
Tootsie
What do you get when you cross a hopelessly straight starving actor with a dynamite red sequined dress? You get America's hottest new actress.
When struggling, out of work actor Michael Dorsey secretly adopts a female alter ego – Dorothy Michaels – in order to land a part in a daytime drama, he unwittingly becomes a feminist icon and ends up in a romantic pickle.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Tootsie
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
- Release Date: 1982-12-17
- Runtime: 116 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (1833 votes)
- Budget: $21,000,000
- Revenue: $177,200,000
- Production Companies: Mirage Enterprises, Punch Productions, Delphi Films, Columbia Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.4007
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Dustin Hoffman
as Michael Dorsey / Dorothy Michaels

Jessica Lange
as Julie Nichols

Teri Garr
as Sandy Lester

Dabney Coleman
as Ron Carlisle

Charles Durning
as Les Nichols

Bill Murray
as Jeff Slater

Sydney Pollack
as George Fields

George Gaynes
as John Van Horn

Geena Davis
as April

Doris Belack
as Rita
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Trailers & Clips
Tootsie (1982) Original Trailer [FHD]
Dustin Hoffman on Tootsie
Three Reasons: Tootsie
Dustin Hoffman on TOOTSIE and his character Dorothy Michaels
Director Sydney Pollack on TOOTSIE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tootsie?▼
Tootsie is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1982-12-17.
Who are the main actors in Tootsie?▼
The main cast includes Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Teri Garr, Dabney Coleman, Charles Durning, .
Where can I watch Tootsie online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Tootsie is available.
Is Tootsie based on a true story?▼
What do you get when you cross a hopelessly straight starving actor with a dynamite red sequined dress? You get America's hottest new actress.
What is the IMDb rating of Tootsie?▼
Tootsie has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 1833 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Tootsie?▼
The movie had a production budget of $21,000,000 and earned $177,200,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Tootsie?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Mirage Enterprises, Punch Productions, Delphi Films, Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Tootsie filmed?▼
Tootsie was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Tootsie?▼
The total runtime of Tootsie is 116 minutes.
Is Tootsie suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Tootsie?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Tootsie.
Does Tootsie have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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